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S53 JST

1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

48,886 mi
Last recorded48,886 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw25,282 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS53 JST
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 600 Sw
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 48,886 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2025 48,601 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2024 47,815 miles

frame corroded

Pass 20 Feb 2023 46,563 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (5.2.3 (e))

frame rusty

Pass 15 Feb 2022 45,404 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 42,547 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2020 39,544 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 31,454 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 22,790 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 12,629 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 17 May 2012 12,621 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 12,074 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 11,828 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jul 2007 11,644 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 11,635 miles

Nearside Rear Chain guard fouling another component (6.2.1c)

Pass 24 Mar 2006 11,565 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw?

Based on 1,245 MOT tests across 179 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
824
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
179
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 28
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 8
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S53 JST is a 1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 25,282 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S53 JST, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S53 JST?

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What year was S53 JST registered?

S53 JST is a 1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw, first registered on 8 December 1998.

Is S53 JST safe to buy?

The MOT history for S53 JST shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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